How to Use the Creative Grids Strippy Stars Tool | a Shabby Fabrics Tutorial

Join Jen as she demonstrates how to make a Strippy Star block! The Strippy Stars table runner in the Land of Liberty collection by Riley Blake Designs is a fun way to bring red, white and blue to your table. These beautiful patriotic fabrics are sure to brighten up the room. This project is great for all skill levels!
Check out the links below or click here for the full details: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-do...
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WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS PROJECT
- Strippy Stars Table Runner Kit - Land of Liberty: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p113609...
- Land of Liberty by Riley Blake Designs - Full Collection: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c5413/f...
- Shop All Fabrics by Collection: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c93/fab...
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NOTIONS USED IN THIS VIDEO
- Creative Grids Strippy Stars Tool - CGRDH2: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p113609...
- Micron 005 Pen - Black: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p13193/...
- Creative Grids - 4½" Square Ruler - CGR4: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p72213/...
- Olfa Spinning Rotary Mat 12” x 12”: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p38961/...
- Kai Embroidery Scissors: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51870/...
- Clover Patchwork Pins (Extra Fine): www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51106/...
- Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51323/...
- Olfa Rotary Cutter: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4180/n...
- Olfa 28mm Rotary Replacement Blades - 2 per pack: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p45584/...
- Panasonic 360 Freestyle Cordless Iron: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c5288/n...
- Wool Pressing Mat 14” x 14”: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p67892/...
- We're sewing on a BERNINA 770 QE and we love it!
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[@JudithBellin]

Thank you for your clear, precise explanation on making the block using the Strippy Star tool. I will tackle this project with much more confidence now. You are an excellent teacher!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and glad that it will help you! We appreciate your support and comment! - Abby

[@barbarad7193]

I agree totally. I watched another video and your presentation was so helpful. You did a fabulous job of explaining all the little things to watch for in making the blocks. Glad I watched your video!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad you enjoyed this project, Barbara :) Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@noraharnett1632]

I hope creative grids pays you well! You are an excellent teacher. I use your ruler tutorials all the time. I would never have figured out how to use the flying geese ruler without watching your tutorial …. Several times.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Nora 🤣 We are not in a partnership with Creative Grids. We do just LOVE their tools and how useful they are, and we enjoy sharing their usefulness with you!! We are thrilled that you enjoy the videos we make!! -Michelle

[@noraharnett1632]

@@ShabbyFabrics well they should be very appreciative of you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Nora Thank you for the high praise 😊🤗 -Michelle

[@suebean3873]

So well explained, thank you. I just watched another one and no explanation at all. I’m glad I finally watched yours. Great tutorial. TY

[@traceyhonig4461]

THANK YOU!! I have this tool, but have been discouraged in using it. I love that you have taken the time to go through and explain each step in detail. I am like you, and absolutely love these tools. I am suddenly seeing stars every where! 😂 Thanks again and looking forward to the next one! Happy quilting! 🧵

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Tracey We are thrilled you've found some answers today! Thanks so much for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@lketter3822]

Thank you so much for this video. I have had this tool for years and never figured it out!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@L So glad we were able to help you out today!! -Michelle

[@helenmerkis6420]

I always find rulers look so helpful but I can never figure out how to use them. So thank you for explaining how this ruler works!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Helen So glad you enjoyed this tutorial!! -Michelle

[@ivanapetrini4878]

Toujours de super projets et des explications claires merci beaucoup Jen

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@L Ravie que ce projet vous ai plu !! 💙❤️💙 -Michelle

[@sewhappysarahr8912]

I am just beginning to explore quilting, but I totally feel like I could make stars using this tool. Thank you for sharing.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Sarah We're so glad you enjoyed this video. Thanks for watching!! -Michelle

[@kimbercrawford1191]

What a beautiful block

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Kimber Thank you!!! -Michelle

[@rosechirkin7298]

Wow! Such a great explanation! What a great delivery and thank you for pointing out what was intuitive for you. It would have been for me as well. You did a great job of preventing us from pitfalls. I know that this video is not new but perfect timing for me.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're very glad you enjoyed this tutorial. Thank you for watching!! 💖 -Michelle

[@carolbarnes7844]

Super tool, and your instructions are super. Very clear and encouraging. Love and could use over and over Thank you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Carol So glad you enjoyed this! Thanks sew much for watching!! -Michelle

[@roxannetoufexis4487]

Your background music is so cheery! Love the teaching. Multiple sizes, yeah. I purchased a tool to make stars on my Quilt of Valor projects. Thank you! 🇺🇸

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@roxanne Thank you for the feedback!! We'd love to see your QoV photos!! 😍 -Michelle

[@doraleetrent1802]

This by far is the best explanation for this tool!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are very glad you enjoyed this tutorial. Thanks for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@victoriasundhausen7283]

Thank you for this video. After watching this I ordered the tool and utilized your video. Thank you so much.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Victoria So glad we could inspire you!! -Michelle

[@karlabrown5256]

Love the runner! Great instruction on how to use the ruler - I just ordered one!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Karla 🙌 So excited to see what you create!! -Michelle

[@person2463]

These star points have always scared me from this block. How easy is this!? Thanks Ken, I love it... More shopping 😍🌸

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Person We're so glad you've been inspired today! -Michelle

[@debrabrooks7894]

Made a table runner today with this star!!! Love it

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yay!!! It's so versatile!! -Michelle

[@elsafischer3247]

I love how you explain thank you from Switzerland

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Elsa We're glad you enjoyed this!! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle

[@marietteforget7804]

Thanks a lot for another great tutorial! 🌸🌸

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@mariette Were so glad you enjoyed this! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle

[@gailtipps834]

Thank you this was so helpful ❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad you enjoy this! Thanks for watching :) -Michelle

[@Carylanne927]

Like the rest of the comments, I too have this in my tool box but I haven't used it. I know years ago, I must have purchased it for a certain project that obviously got lost in the woods of my mind. Seeing it used is going to make me take it out and find something to play with, some loose strips, and a bit of background might be readily available, laughing about the irony. of course there is. Thanks Jen

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Carylanne We are happy you've been inspired by this video -Michelle

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Great tool and I love your fabric choice! Thanks for posting!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Brenda We just love our Creative Grids tools!!! 🤗 😍 -Michelle

[@cherylmathe3170]

This tool is amazing

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We can so agree! Happy that you love this tool! Thank you for your comment! - Abby

[@KeyserTheRedBeard]

brilliant video Shabby Fabrics. I killed the thumbs up on your video. Keep up the wonderful work.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@keyser Thank you sew much!! 😍😍😍😍 -Michelle

[@henny5272]

Encantador trabajo. que linda estrella, gracias-😉

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Gracias. Nos alegra que hayas disfrutado de este proyecto. 💖 -Michelle

[@quilthatchery]

Excellent!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Kathryn 😍😍 -Michelle

[@loridavison6672]

Thank you so much

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Lori 💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️ -Michelle

[@jeannemcmillintwinlakeses3767]

Love that you can do so many different sizes. This is the Quilts of Valor block for this year. The pattern they provide is for a finished 13 inch block. I like making it but that's too big for most applications.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Jeanne We're glad you enjoy this!! 😍 -Michelle

[@annroberts3635]

Lovely. Ann from Va.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Ann 🤗 😍 -Michelle

[@annetteellis4188]

Do you trim the white material beneath the blue star leg? If not, does it make it bulky and thick to quilt. I love the look of this runner. Thanks for the great tutorial

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We didn't trim the "excess" white, as we found it helps to stabilize the block. We're so glad you enjoyed this! -Michelle

[@suebean3873]

Would you normally cut the white fabric behind the star. It would just add extra bulk wouldn’t it. Love those stars, they’re beautiful.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Sue - That's an excellent question! The instructions that come with this Creative Grids tool mention to not trim that away since it provides for more stability for the block. -Michelle

[@lnino0313]

I noticed that you did not cut the excess of the background square after sewing the blue strips on. Looks like there are three layers on those two corners. Wouldn’t that make it bulky?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great question!! We found that it helps stabilize the block and did not ad excess bulk. -Michelle

[@kendranewton9071]

I notice you didn’t trim the excess white off under the blue points, is there a reason for this?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Kendra, That's an excellent question! The instructions that come with this Creative Grids tool mention to not trim that away since it provides for more stability for the block. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. :) Jen

[@loridavison6672]

Hi watched again your tutorial is the b3st.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

😍 We’re so glad you like it, Lori! Thank you for watching! -Michelle

[@tomib6186]

Got my ruler. You don’t cut the double layer that forms underneath?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

No, we find it helps strengthen the block. -Michelle

[@ma555680]

Hi there I’m wondering if I need the tool to put my table runner together

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Monica, yes, the tool is required for this table runner kit. -Michelle

[@disorderlystitcher]

Why aren't you trimming off the excess white under the blue?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Nancy we have found that it helps stabilize the block. Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@tomib6186]

Well got my ruler and once again ripped ripped ripped. The center piece always looked like it wouldn’t float the points. Look short. But finally realized that when you sew the three rows together that brings those points in. How many times do I have to do this to realize that it works. Duh 🙄

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Sew glad you got it completed!! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle

[@GingeryR]

Are you not supposed to trim the excess from white and blue?

[@janicek2860]

That’s what I was wondering

[@patriciatsunoda5771]

There isn't any excess white because it's cut to the correct size. Only the blue has excess outside the white.

[@janicek2860]

@@patriciatsunoda5771 I’m talking about the white under the blue star leg. Like when you trim a hst. Most times it’s cut off.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@@janicek2860 We found that the "excess white" actually helps to stabilize the block. -Michelle

[@cornbreadfedkirkpatrick9647]

Hello, I see you have a wool pad you know you can wash it with wool wash aka wool lite is the same as wool wash except it is a patented and copyrighted name meaning an expensive brand.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Kirkpatrick Yes, just make sure you wash by hand and not machine. 💙❤️ -Michelle

[@arlene511]

Is the "kit" still available?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We have sold out of this kit, but you can find the pattern for this table runner here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p132194 -Michelle

[@tomib6186]

I just have to have faith that the blue points float. When I see your pieces laid out it seems like the blue points will be cut off. This has fooled me before when making 2” finished stars. Kept trying to figure it out. Even ripped several times thinking I had done something wrong before finishing the block🤦‍♀️

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@Tomib Yes, the blue points float in this project! -Michelle

[@bettymanoulian4645]

Disappointed that they kit isn't available until August .... too lake to make and display for the July 4th holiday.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

💥💙❤️💙💥 -Michelle

[@palmirafigueiredo6655]

Belo

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are glad you enjoy this project. Thanks for watching! -Michelle